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Dry January Setbacks Could Create a ‘Febru-Lairy’ HR Risk

Experts warn that failed Dry January attempts may lead to heavier February drinking and potential wellbeing concerns at work.

Employment Law Changes Set to Test Workplace Wellbeing Strategies

Major employment law reforms are prompting employers to review how legal risk, culture and staff wellbeing connect at work.

Rising Absence Costs Push Employers to Rethink Support and Prevention

More UK employers report growing strain from sickness and long-term absence as costs and health needs rise.

Winter Absence Patterns Challenge ‘National Sickie Day’ Narrative

New absence data shows winter Mondays, not National Sickie Day, drive the biggest spikes in sickness across UK workplaces.

Winter Weather Warnings Raise Safety Concerns for UK Tradespeople

Severe winter conditions are increasing safety and wellbeing risks for tradespeople working outdoors.

Packaging Manufacturer Fined After Worker Struck by Falling Machine

A paper packaging manufacturer has been fined £433,333 after a worker suffered life-changing injuries when a 4.5-ton machine fell on him.

Weight-Loss Injections ‘Boost Confidence at Work’

UK adults using weight-loss injections report higher confidence at work than non-users, according to new data.

Care Pressures ‘Push Working Parents Towards Quitting’

UK working parents are taking time off to cover care emergencies as stress and retention risks rise, research suggests.

Asbestos Safety Guidance Strengthened to Protect High-Risk Workers

European Commission asbestos guidance has been updated to better protect high-risk workers, including migrant staff and humanitarian responders.

Work Stress Linked to Rising Sick Leave and Mistakes

UK research shows stress is contributing to sickness absence and wider workplace impacts for many employees.
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